Mika Lehtimäki, who has resigned as head of the Olympic Committee’s top sports unit, denies inappropriate physical contacts in the press release.
30.3. 15:29 • Updated March 30th. 15:45
According to information received by Urheilu, the investigation into Lehtimäki’s misconduct has also highlighted physical harassment. In connection with the misconduct, Lehtimäki has highlighted his potential to influence a person’s career. According to sources, his attitude towards the person has changed since the incident.
Lehtimäki commented on the matter on Wednesday in a press release sent by a lawyer Hannu Kalkas. According to it, Lehtimäki wants to correct the allegations in the media.
– There has been no more friendship on the part of Mika Lehtimäki in communication, co-operation and interaction. Mika Lehtimäki denies any kind of inappropriate physical contact. He also denies allegations of the possibility of influencing individuals ’careers, the press release says.
According to the press release, the warning given to Lehtimäki was based on inappropriate messages sent at night.
The Board of the Finnish Olympic Committee will hold an extraordinary meeting today. A press conference will be held tomorrow at 11 am will broadcast the event live.
According to a press release from the Olympic Committee, the chairman will be present at the press conference Jan Vapaavuori.